Madueke joined Chelsea just over two and a half years ago and has made 90 appearances, scoring 20 goals and providing nine assists. Despite his contributions, the club has decided to sell him to Arsenal, with a deal reportedly worth around £52 million.
Madueke's departure may come as a surprise to some, given his relatively short time at the club. However, it is not expected to have a significant impact on Chelsea's team, especially with the arrivals of new players such as Liam Delap, Joao Pedro, and Jamie Gittens this summer.
In his message, Madueke expressed his gratitude to everyone at Chelsea, including his teammates and staff, for their love and support. He also thanked Maresca for helping him improve as a player and person.
Madueke will sign a five-year contract with Arsenal and will join the club as they prepare for the new season.
It's worth noting that Madueke is not the first high-profile player to leave Chelsea for a rival London club, following in the footsteps of players like Willian, David Luiz, and Jorginho.
